A former stable block built in the 19th century, once part of the grand East Dene estate in Bonchurch, could become a large family home.
The Turret House — also known as the Coach House and former stables— has been used for many things, including classrooms, as part of a convent and bedrooms for a children’s activity centre since it was built in 1855.
Now in the hands of a new owner, the building on Bonchurch Village Road could turn into one house as plans have been submitted to the Isle of Wight Council.
As part of the works, original features of the Grade II Listed building would be restored, including two currently blocked-up windows and the layout of both floors by removing internal partition walls added in the 20th century.
The plans show the property would be updated, making it suitable for modern use, and have 7 bedrooms, a cinema room and games room.
It is in the same Victorian, part-gothic style as the main East Dene property but is no longer part of the estate.
You can view the plans, 23/00410/FUL and 23/00411/LBC, on the IW Council’s planning register. Comments can be submitted until 2nd May.
The main East Dene estate is also subject to a controversial planning application to turn it into a well-being retreat, with holiday lodges proposed to be built in the woodland.
In the ancient woodland?
Just a sly way of gaining future ‘building permission’ by getting easier permission for ‘eco’ chalets for ‘occasional’ occupancy, which after a few short years, then put in for ‘change of use’ and then expensive new eco homes will fill the ancient woodlands.
These people with money aren’t stupid, just sly and know the right people